INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
We are now accepting applications for the Spring & Summer 2009 internship program.
The METROPOLITAN POLICY program offers part-time and full-time internship opportunities throughout the year, typically for the duration of a school semester. The intern's main responsibility is to provide research and some administrative assistance for the program's current projects. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in substantive and independent research in several diverse areas of urban policy, including but not limited to: market and demographic trends, metropolitan growth and development trends, planning and land use issues, transportation, economic development, neighborhood markets, and working family policies.
The position is mostly suited for junior and senior undergraduates majoring in economics, planning, political science, social sciences (particularly urban policy), and business. Computer skills preferred are ArcView GIS, Excel, SAS, and strong quantitative background. Anyone interested in urban issues is strongly encouraged to apply. Interns are expected to devote a minimum of 20 hours per week during the school year, but schedules are flexible. Resumes are kept on file for a six-month period and will be submitted for consideration each time a position becomes available. All positions are unpaid.
To apply for an internship position, send a resume (including computer skills), cover letter, two letters of recommendation, and a short (3-5 pages) writing sample to:
Elena Sheridan
Metropolitan Policy
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202-797-2970
esheridan@brookings.edu
Fundraising Internship Position:
The Metropolitan Policy Program is offering an internship position within its Fundraising team to assist with day-to-day activities. This position is best suited for junior or senior undergraduate students. Skills preferred: Strong writing and analytical skills; highly organized; background working in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access; interested in non-profits/urban affairs/public policy. This position is unpaid.
The intern’s main responsibilities are to provide research and administrative assistance for the Metro Program fundraising team. The intern will produce background research on fundraising prospects, prepare and distribute stewardship mailings, create documents used for fundraising purposes, and maintain and manage fundraising databases and files. The intern will also help with the preparation and management of program events, grant submissions and funder meetings.